Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willow Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Willow Park Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Willow Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Park Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
9%
1%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
37%
5%
White
37%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Park Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Park Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Willow Park Elementary School?
461 students attend Willow Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Willow Park Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Park Elementary School?
Willow Park Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Willow Park Elementary School offer ?
Willow Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willow Park Elementary School part of?
Willow Park Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
In what neighborhood is Willow Park Elementary School located?
Willow Park Elementary School is located in the Willow Park neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
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